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Audio: Epic Overland Recreation

The Last Overland

by Alex Bescoby

Audiobook Narrated by Alex Bescoby 10 hrs and 21 mins

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In 1955, a team of young Oxford and Cambridge graduates embarked on an extraordinary expedition, driving two Land Rovers from London to Singapore. It was the first overland journey of its kind, traversing some of the world's most challenging terrain and remote regions during a time of immense geopolitical change.

More than sixty years later, a new generation set out to recreate this legendary expedition, following the original route through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. This gripping account chronicles their modern-day adventure, exploring how the world has transformed whilst navigating many of the same obstacles their predecessors faced. It's a fascinating comparison between two eras of exploration and a testament to the enduring spirit of adventure that drives people to push boundaries and discover what lies beyond the horizon.